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On the 17th of March, Dr Dominic Kelly joined an international panel of experts as an invited guest speaker at the Parliamentary Public Debate 'Remember Fukushima'. Chaired by Catherine West MP, Shadow Foreign Minister, the debate reflected upon the events at Fukushima and their impact upon the future of nuclear power in Japan and throughout the globe. Framed by a speech written specially for the occasion by former President of the Soviet Union, Mikhail Gorbachev, the discussion ranged across the natural and social sciences.

In addition to detailed analysis of the physical and psychological impact of the Fukushima disaster, the debate featured moving personal testimonies from local residents. Dominic's contribution focussed on the historical and international context of Japan's nuclear policy, on the actions taken by the Japanese government in the aftermath of Fukushima, and on Japan's continued reliance on nuclear power into the foreseeable future. These remarks sparked a lively discussion concerning the proposed nuclear development at Hinkley Point in Somerset.

Dr Ben Richardson spoke on BBC Coventry and Warwickshire’s breakfast radio show about the UK Chancellor’s announcement to introduce a tax on sugar-sweetened drinks.

You can hear the interview at 1:24:25 on the 17 March episode here: http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p03chdm1

Dr Trevor McCrisken, Associate Professor of US Politics and International Studies, spoke on BBC Coventry and Warwickshire's radio programme this morning, discussing the US elections.

You can hear what Trevor has to say at 1hr 37 on the BBC iPlayer link: http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p03l4xp2 

PAIS PhD student Jennifer Philippa Eggert is to speak about women and Islamist extremism at this year's Warwick Annual Global Development Symposium.

The panel takes place this Wednesday, 16th March in E2.02.

Please click here for more information and to see the itinerary.

PAIS are delighted that we had a highly successful night at the Warwick Staff Awards on Friday evening. It was a wonderful occasion and thanks for all your nominations!

Professor Shirin Rai was highly commended in the ‘global impact’ category for her work with Sarah Hodges from the Department of History and Dr Justin Greaves won the award for ‘outstanding contribution’ to the student experience – congratulations to them both.

It is a fantastic achievement for Justin and Shirin personally, and a great reflection of our teaching and research excellence in PAIS which we can all celebrate.

Head of Department, Professor Nick Vaughan-Williams says: "We can be especially proud that Justin’s work on the student experience has now been recognised as No 1 in the University. In a very modest way, Justin has been keen to stress that the award reflects a real team effort – including all our students and staff – working together in partnership to create as supportive environment as possible for students in PAIS. It was great to hear that Justin had been nominated by students as well as staff and I think this is further reflection of all the work he has done for our students."

Justin’s certificate reads:

“Justin’s contributions to PAIS are ultimately recognised by students and staff as being exceptionally significant in promoting the student experience. He is a true ambassador for making Warwick as supportive and enjoyable for students as possible. Justin’s approachability makes him accessible to students from when they join right through to when they graduate. Throughout their degrees, students appreciate Justin’s determination to ensure that the department is delivering, overcoming any boundaries that arise. He is passionate to develop students and always seeks to collaborate”.

Congratulations to all our colleagues who were long listed or short listed for these awards.

Insite's article on the evening can be read here.